Tag: Seniors

Roughly half have used an at-home test, but sociodemographic disparities seen in use

Psychological resilience associated with better physical function and quality of life

No benefit seen for cocoa extract supplementation versus placebo

Conversations are needed by older adults and their health care providers about treatments for arthritis and their risks

Unclear whether the S-Elixhauser comorbidity score offers an advantage over other similar measures

Independent association seen for tooth loss with increased risk for both cognitive decline and dementia

Collaborative hip fracture care improves continuity of care with the hospital team

Low or intermediate score on Short Physical Performance Battery linked to increased risks for composite, individual CVD outcomes

However, diminishing returns seen for high levels across leisure activities for older adults

Watching TV linked to increased risk, while using a computer linked to decreased risk, for incident dementia regardless of physical activity level